Risers are conduits (similar to pipelines) that transfer materials from the blow out preventer on the seafloor to a floating production structure or drilling rig. Like a pipeline or flowlines, drilling risers transfer mud during the drilling phase while production risers transfer hydrocarbons and production materials. Premium pipe manufacturers have designed threaded risers specially designed for use in deep-water that are fatigue resistant, sealable, and high-pressure applications. Eckel offers a variety of tongs for Drilling Risers, Top Tensioned Risers, and Workover Risers.

Riser Tong Models